Beresfield
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Beresfield, NSW 2322.
About Beresfield
Welcome to Beresfield
Beresfield sits in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, roughly 20 kilometres north-west of Newcastle's CBD, at the point where the Hunter Expressway and New England Highway make it an easy staging post between the city, the Lower Hunter's growth corridor and the vineyards further inland. It's a practical, working suburb rather than a postcard one, built around family homes, local schools and easy access to the region's main transport arteries.
With a population of around 3,267 and a median age of 39, Beresfield attracts young families and upsizers who want space and value without giving up a reasonable commute into Newcastle or Maitland. Its neighbours — Tarro, Woodberry, Thornton and Chisholm, including the newer Waterford Living estate at Chisholm — give the area a broader sense of steady, family-oriented growth rather than a single pocket doing all the work.
Housing & architecture
The housing stock in Beresfield is dominated by detached houses, which make up 87% of current listings, with townhouses at 9% and apartments or units filling the remaining 4%. That mix reflects the suburb's postwar and more recent low-density development, with a good number of brick-veneer homes on generous blocks alongside newer builds pushing in from adjoining growth areas like Chisholm and Thornton.
Buyers after a first home, a renovation project or a larger yard for kids and pets tend to find more choice here than in the tightly held apartment markets closer to Newcastle. The relatively low proportion of units also means Beresfield still feels like a house-and-garden suburb rather than a medium-density one.
The property market
Beresfield's median house price currently sits at $770,000, following growth of 19.8% — a strong run that reflects the broader demand for affordable family housing within commuting distance of Newcastle and Maitland. Median rent is $620 a week, putting the suburb firmly in the sights of both owner-occupiers and investors looking for solid rental returns in a growth corridor.
Compared with established inner-Newcastle suburbs, Beresfield remains accessible for buyers priced out of the coast, while still benefiting from infrastructure spillover from neighbouring estates like Waterford Living at Chisholm and the ongoing development around Thornton and Woodberry.
Getting around
Beresfield's biggest practical advantage is its position at the junction of the Hunter Expressway and New England Highway, which makes driving to Newcastle, Maitland or the Hunter Valley wine region straightforward. Beresfield railway station sits on the North Coast line, offering rail access towards Newcastle and beyond, useful for commuters who'd rather not rely solely on the road.
Newcastle Airport is also a short drive away, an underrated perk for a suburb of this size, while local bus services connect Beresfield with Tarro, Woodberry and the retail and industrial precincts that have grown up around the highway interchange.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for locally, with Beresfield Public School serving primary-aged children within the suburb itself, and Francis Greenway High School providing secondary schooling nearby. Both have long histories in the area and are natural community hubs, with school pick-up and drop-off forming part of the suburb's daily rhythm.
The median age of 39 suggests a solid base of established families and older parents, and the ongoing residential growth in neighbouring Chisholm and Thornton is likely to keep bringing younger households into the local school catchments over time.
Shopping & lifestyle
Beresfield's retail scene is practical rather than glamorous, anchored by everyday shopping options along the highway strip and supplemented by larger centres in nearby Thornton and Maitland for bigger shopping trips. The suburb's location at a major road junction has also drawn bulky goods retailers and service businesses, making it a genuinely convenient spot for weekly errands.
For recreation and dining with more variety, residents typically head into Maitland or towards Newcastle, while the surrounding Hunter Valley wine country is close enough for a weekend outing without being a daily consideration.
Market snapshot
Beresfield property market
Median sale price
$770k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$620
per week
Gross rental yield
4.2%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$631k
Median
$770k
Premium
$860k
Days on market
16
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
48
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +6.4% / yr over 4 yrs
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Beresfield by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Beresfield, NSW 2322.
Population
3,267
residents (2021)
Median age
39
years
Household income
$1,257
median, per week
Median rent
$350
per week
Median mortgage
$1,484
per month
Mortgage / income
27%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Beresfield
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Beresfield
$735k
10 Irving Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.02m
13 Enright Street
Sold ~July 2026
$595k
8/170 Anderson Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$785k
72 Pasedena Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$780k
39 Yarrum Avenue
Sold ~June 2026
$750k
4 Fletcher Street
Sold ~June 2026
$850k
72 Allendale Street
Sold ~June 2026
$789k
8 Newton street
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Beresfield suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Beresfield?
The median house price in Beresfield, NSW is $770k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 19.8%.
How much is rent in Beresfield?
The median weekly rent in Beresfield is around $620 per week.
Is Beresfield a good place to live?
Beresfield is a north-western suburb of Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia 22 kilometres (14 mi) from Newcastle's central business district. Beresfield is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 3,267 and 2 schools in the area.
What is the population of Beresfield?
Beresfield has a population of 3,267 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 39.
What schools are in Beresfield?
There are 2 schools in or near Beresfield, including Beresfield Public School and Francis Greenway High School.
How long do homes take to sell in Beresfield?
Properties in Beresfield take around 16 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Beresfield?
Entry-level properties in Beresfield start around $631k, while premium homes reach $860k.
What suburbs are near Beresfield?
Suburbs near Beresfield include Tarro, Woodberry, Thornton, Chisholm and Waterford Living Chisholm.
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